Our body and mind has an instinctive way of responding to stress, fear or danger in a way to protect us. Known as the 4 F’s, these are the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn response, and they can persist long after the threat has passed. The 4 F’s are deeply tied to the brain’s center… continue reading.
5 Steps on Dealing with Anger
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We have been wrongfully taught that anger is a negative emotion, and oftentimes, we see it expressed negatively (such as when someone throws a chair at a tv when their favorite football team loses) or through violence. Anger itself is not violent, it is a signal that something matters to you and that you believe… continue reading.
Being OK with Not Being OK
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It’s ok not to be ok. It isn’t the first time you’ve stared at the ceiling and wondered what was happening with your life. You can even remember feeling on top of the world a few months ago, but there was always this nagging feeling that you knew something was ending – a cycle, your… continue reading.
Two days ago, Sam had overheard Amelia’s laugh coming from Ethan’s apartment, Sam’s boyfriend of 3 years. When Amelia arrived, Sam’s voice was cold as she asked, “How long?” Amelia hesitated before admitting, “A few months,” and the truth hit like a knife; her best friend has been cheating with her boyfriend for that last… continue reading.
“Your mind will believe comforting lies while also knowing the painful truths that make those lies necessary. And your mind will punish you for believing both.” – Patrick Ness Painful truths challenges our perception of reality, because it forces us to confront what we deny, avoid, or are unwilling to face about ourselves, our relationships,… continue reading.
Creating a Safe Space
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Creating a safe space is one of the most loving things we can do for ourselves and others. It’s about building an imperfect-perfect environment where vulnerability is welcome, emotions are respected, and healing can occur. In a world that often feels overwhelming and fast-paced, finding and creating spaces where we can feel truly safe, accepted,… continue reading.
“Sitting with your emotions” means allowing yourself to fully experience and acknowledge your feelings without immediately trying to suppress, change, or escape them. It can be a painful, uncomfortable process that involves observing and accepting your emotions as they are, without judgment or resistance, and permitting yourself to feel whatever arises. If you are angry,… continue reading.
Lena sat by her window, watching the rain trickle down the glass, her mind racing with thoughts. For years, she had kept a smile, pretending everything was fine, even though her heart felt heavy with unresolved sadness. She had told herself that she was OK and strong enough to handle it. But today, the weight… continue reading.